US Popularity Rank: 7

Origin: Latin

Meaning: Industrious, Striving; Work

Amelia is a girl’s name of Latin origin. It derives from the Roman patrician family Aemilia gens and the Hebrew word amal, meaning “industrious,” “striving,” and “work.” Once a more unusual choice for baby, Amelia has seen a surge in popularity in recent years, thanks in part to its beautiful feminine sound and inspiring meanings. With this name, baby Amelia will undoubtedly know the value of hard work and will have the ingenuity, ambition, and integrity to make her dreams come true.